Daleena Townsend
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented professional with over 8 years of experience in inventory planning, allocation strategy, and cross-functional coordination within large-scale distribution networks. Demonstrated ability to optimize inventory levels and enhance operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making. Skilled in demand forecasting, purchase order management, and aligning supply chain processes with business objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Planner
Five Below
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
02.2025 - Current
- Develops and manages pre-season financial plans and in-season forecasts for assigned merchandise categories, driving sales and margin growth.
- Analyze sales performance, market trends, and historical data to recommend adjustments to inventory targets and replenishment plans.
- Collaborate with Merchandising and Allocation teams to optimize inventory flow, ensuring product availability and minimizing overstock.
- Conducts weekly and monthly sales analysis to identify trends, performance gaps, and actionable opportunities for improvement.
- Partners with Senior Planner in open-to-buy meetings with cross-functional teams, presenting updated forecasts and recommending strategic adjustments.
- Creates and maintains assortment plans tailored to store clusters, enhancing localized product relevance, and customer experience.
- Reviews and approves purchase orders, monitored inventory levels, and executed chase/cancel strategies to align with sales trends.
Inventory Analyst
Five Below
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2021 - 02.2025
- Managed inventory across 1,600+ retail locations and five distribution centers.
- Executed weekly allocation strategies based on sales performance and store capacity to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated purchase orders to synchronize inbound shipments with store demand and warehouse capacity.
- Produced weekly projection reports while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align allocation plans with business objectives.
Allocator
One Jeanswear Group
New York, New York
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Executed allocation plans for assigned product lines across multiple channels.
- Managed shipping priorities and adjusted orders to meet delivery timelines and business objectives.
- Collaborated with sales, warehouse, and import teams to ensure timely movement of goods.
- Resolved inventory discrepancies through effective communication with various departments.
Allocation Analyst
Burlington Stores, Inc.
Florence, New Jersey
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Oversaw allocation for 600+ retail locations, ensuring product placement aligned with sales plans.
- Reviewed sales data, inventory levels, and trends to inform allocation strategies.
- Managed exceptions in automated allocation systems, adjusting flows to address specific store needs.
Department Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2014 - 06.2017
- Supervised a team of over 15 employees, achieving departmental sales and operational goals.
- Analyzed sales reports for optimized stock levels and effective product presentation.
- Implemented process improvements to boost productivity and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Executed strategic merchandising actions to maximize departmental sales.
- Collaborated in establishing sales plans, budgets, and managing variable costs for departments.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of inventory and sales reports to ensure accuracy.
Digital Merchandiser
Boxers Inc.
St Louis, Missouri
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Managed e-commerce product setup, pricing, and merchandising strategies to maximize sales.
- Analyzed campaign performance and adjusted site content to enhance user engagement.
- Coordinated promotions and optimized SEO for improved visibility of product listings.
- Efficiently processed purchase orders for new products, expanding overall product mix.
Education
BBA - Fashion Marketing & Management
Berkeley College
New York, NY04-2011
Associate of Applied Science - Math & Science
Alfred State College
Alfred, NY05-2004
Skills
- Inventory planning and supply chain coordination
- Demand forecasting and replenishment
- Data analysis
- Financial planning
- Inventory management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Purchase order management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication and time management
Timeline
Associate Planner
Five Below
02.2025 - Current
Inventory Analyst
Five Below
08.2021 - 02.2025
Allocator
One Jeanswear Group
10.2018 - 04.2020
Allocation Analyst
Burlington Stores, Inc.
06.2017 - 06.2017
Department Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
11.2014 - 06.2017
Digital Merchandiser
Boxers Inc.
07.2013 - 07.2014
BBA - Fashion Marketing & Management
Berkeley College
Associate of Applied Science - Math & Science
Alfred State College
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